The Child Care Council of Dutchess and Putnam, Inc. works to promote affordable and quality child care, provide information and support to families, and strengthen the early childhood workforce in Dutchess and Putnam Counties.
Created in 1970 as an advisory body to the Dutchess County government, the Child Care Council of Dutchess and Putnam, Inc. is the New York State designated Child Care Resource and Referral agency for both Dutchess and Putnam counties and is part of a network of 39 such agencies throughout New York State and more than 800 nationwide.
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The Board of Directors and staff of Child Care Council of Dutchess and Putnam, Inc. encourages input from parents, child care providers, businesses and community members on how we can more effectively meet your needs.
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The Child Care Council of Dutchess and Putnam, Inc.'s free referral service offers assistance in many areas pertaining to many aspects of child care, including but not limited to day care referrals, summer recreation information, nursery schools, pre-k programs and cost and subsidy information.
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If you plan on caring for more than two children in your home who are not related to you, you will need to become registered or licensed.
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Fundraisers and events help us raise awareness and generate crucial resources to serve our community. Join us at our next event and see how you can get involved.
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News & Notes
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The approximate number of programs we support in Dutchess and Putnam Counties.
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Family Child Care Providers56
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Group Family Child Care Providers
80
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School Age Programs
48
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Day Care Centers
108
